Mainstay of Australia’s batting steve smith Has announced his return to domestic cricket in a grand style by scoring a brilliant century. New South Wales (NSW) against queensland In the ongoing Sheffield Shield encounter. This innings comes at a crucial time as the Australian team prepares for the upcoming Ashes series starting in Perth from November 21.
Steve Smith returns to form with a brilliant century before the Ashes
After challenging performances for Australia’s top order in recent months, Smith’s return to form will be a huge relief for the selectors and fans. The experienced batsman, who had just returned to Australia, displayed his trademark class and concentration and brought up his century off 158 balls, mixing patience with precise strokeplay.
Smith and Patterson steady NSW with two centuries each
Smith wasn’t the only NSW batsman to shine as captain curtis patterson Smith also scored a well-compiled century, reaching the milestone before Smith off 227 balls. The pair combined beautifully to rebuild after early wickets, guiding NSW into a commanding position against a strong attack like Queensland. Michael Nesser And Mark Steketee,
Smith, who appeared to be improving his technique during pre-season, looked in complete control throughout his innings. He drove brilliantly through the covers, flicked off his pads confidently and displayed his trademark flexibility that has defined his Test career. His celebration on reaching three scores – raising the bat towards the dressing room – reflected both relief and new determination.
Welcome back Steve Smith! 💯On return to NSW #SheffieldShield pic.twitter.com/qgCZYbNT4x
– cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) 29 October 2025
Fans on social media were delighted to see Smith score a blistering century ahead of the high-voltage Ashes. Many described it as the ‘perfect dress rehearsal’ for the star batsman, while others praised his ability to perform well when it mattered most.
Here’s how fans reacted:
🚨Century for Steve Smith in Sheffield Shield 🚨
– Great preparation for the Ashes from the greatest Test batsman of the modern era. pic.twitter.com/SkVCEUubYa
– Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) 29 October 2025
The Ashes are around the corner and Smith scored a brilliant century in the Sheffield Shield… Hey!#ash #stevesmith pic.twitter.com/gneCv6CsG6
– Vishwanath Hariharan (@hariharanwrites) 29 October 2025
💯For Steve Smith on his return for NSW in the Sheffield Shield ❤️#SheffieldShield pic.twitter.com/sf3Qjj8nMI
– Classic Mojito (@classic_mojito) 29 October 2025
Steve Smith announces his comeback with a solid half-century pic.twitter.com/FGDlVnsNVp
– Caped Crusader (@capedcr49) 29 October 2025
Ladies and gentlemen, Steve Smith is back with a brilliant century in domestic cricket – the GOAT is back in style.pic.twitter.com/a8kj93F9vq
– 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗭𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 (@GenZified_) 29 October 2025
Two months later, he played his first game in professional cricket and scored 100 runs.
Steve Smith played well. This man is a great player in the red ball game. pic.twitter.com/QESlQURZBV– Troll Cricket Unlimited (@TUnlimitedd) 29 October 2025
Steve Smith hits a brilliant 💯 in Sheffield Shield!
The captain is looking in great form ahead of the Ashes!-Dheeraj (@Dheeraj01_) 29 October 2025
Steve Smith’s century. pic.twitter.com/aQjPm7NrBz
-Crick Bug (@Smithian_here) 29 October 2025
Steve Smith’s century
In his first innings of the season, Steve Smith scored a century against Queensland.#SheffieldShield pic.twitter.com/LpGV2mS9pS
– Australian Army🏏🦘 (@AussiesArmy) 29 October 2025
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🚨Century for Steve Smith in Sheffield Shield. pic.twitter.com/Po0TOCtv1t
– Danish (@BhttDNSH100) 29 October 2025
Steve smith you are beautiful. The skip is ready for the Ashes pic.twitter.com/JDOaBLMkm2
– Aatish Kapoor Oscar Winner (@AkashThapa2505) 29 October 2025
Steve Smith is by some measure the greatest Test batsman of this era, no amount of tinkering on the highways of England will make Root any better than him in Test cricket.
England is already trembling 🥶.pic.twitter.com/0J6sPB43r8
– 93 (@93yorkers) 29 October 2025
💯For Steve Smith on his return for NSW in the Sheffield Shield ❤️#SheffieldShield pic.twitter.com/PWgtA4adNM
– Ankit Sharma (@AnkitsharmaINC) 29 October 2025
Smith will captain in the first match of Ashes
Notably, Smith is set to lead Australia in the first Ashes Test as regular captain pat cummins The process of recovery from injury continues. The move marks Smith’s temporary return to captaincy, bringing back memories of his previous leadership stint.
With the Ashes just a few weeks away, Smith’s century couldn’t have come at a better time. His innings not only silenced critics who questioned Australia’s batting depth, but also reminded everyone why he is one of the finest Test batsmen of the modern era.
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